Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies

ADRGS Office Overview

The Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies (ADRGS) in the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences (CECAS) oversees research and graduate activities in the college. This office includes the proposal development (pre-award), grant management (post-award), graduate studies, and postdoctoral support offices and their functions. The ADRGS facilitates research activities for the college and provides oversight of the college’s research centers, alliances, and institutes by identifying and cultivating possible research opportunities. The ADRGS also coordinates the graduate-level activities and degree programs across the college.

Get the full story of all the activities of the Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies office on their website.

Dr. Douglas Hirt is the associate dean for engineering, computing and applied sciences for research and graduate studies. He coordinates the college’s various activities – including oversight of the college’s research centers, alliances and institutes.